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Torreya State Park

Activities at Torreya State Park

	Camping, Full Facility Steep bluffs rising more than 150 feet above the Apalachicola River provide some of Florida's most unusual views. Thirty shaded campsites with electric and water hookups and a YURT accommodate overnight visitors. Restrooms with showers are located in the campground. Torreya's yurt is a 20-foot round, domed tent with flooring, electricity, a lockable wooden door and three large screened windows with flaps that open and close. The yurt accommodates five people and includes air conditioning/heating, skylight, futon with bunk twin bed on top, queen-size bed, table, chairs and a deck. The cracker cabin accommodates six people. It has a queen-size bed and four bunks, air conditioning/heating, table, chairs and a deck. Maximum RV length = 40 ft. Reservations: Reservations may be made up to 11 months in advance through ReserveAmerica. Book Online or call (800) 326-3521 (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) or TDD (888) 433-0287.
	Camping, Primitive Three primitive camping areas are available. Call the park at 850-643-2674 to make reservations for primitive sites. Reservations can be made up to 11 months in advance. Pets are not allowed overnight in primitive sites. Rock Bluff site is located approximately 1.5 miles hike from nearest parking area and will accommodate up to 16 people. Site includes four fire rings and benches. Fire wood is available and a portable toilet is nearby. Campers must pack in and pack out all supplies. Potable water is not available at the site. Campers must register at least one hour before sunset. Rock Creek site is located approximately 1 mile from the nearest parking area and accommodates up to 16 people. Site details: Four fire rings, benches, firewood available. Port-o-let, potable water and restrooms are available at the trailhead. Campers must register at least one hour before sunset. Torreya Challenge site: Located approximately 3.5 miles from nearest parking area, the site accommodates up to 16 people. Site details: Four fire rings, benches, firewood is available. Port-o-let is located in the site. Potable water is available at the trailhead. Campers must register at least four hours before sunset.
	Camping, Youth Two youth group camping areas are available. One site will accommodate up to 20 people, the other up to 40. The sites include fire rings, water and a toilet. Pets are not allowed overnight in Youth Camps. Call the park at (850) 643-2674 for reservations.
	Geo-Seeking The Florida State Parks Civilian Conservation Corps Geotrail is now at www.Geocaching.com. Nine parks were built by the CCC and Works Progress Administration in the 1930s. Search for all nine caches and end at the CCC Museum at Highlands Hammock State Park and receive a commemorative geocoin. GC codes: GC3BG4E Torreya State Park GC3BG4G Florida Caverns State Park GC3D02X Highlands Hammock State Park GC3BG4A Hillsborough River State Park GC3ABB5 Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park GC3BG4N Myakka River State Park GC3ABBC OLeno State Park GC38Y8V Ravine Gardens State Park GC3BG4E Torreya State Park GC38Y9F Florida State Parks FINAL CCC Cache located in Highlands Hammock State Park.
	Hiking/Nature Trail The natural beauty of the park can best be enjoyed along one of the nature trails. The Apalachicola River Bluffs Trail offers a view of the river, Confederate gun pits, bluffs and hardwood forests. The Weeping Ridge Trail provides a healthy and pleasant walk to one of the park's deep ravines. A seven-mile loop hiking trail meanders through the park, exposing the hiker to virtually all the park's natural features. These trails are part of the Florida National Scenic Trail and are maintained by Florida Trail Association volunteers.
	Interpretive Exhibit Interpretive exhibits are available.
	Picnicking We have three large picnic pavilions with BBQ grills and picnic tables located next to a modern playground and a horseshoe pitching area. Washroom facilities are near.
	Playground The park has a state-of-the-art playground.
	Wildlife Viewing Wildlife viewing is possible at this park.